The Defence of Darwin Experience

Visit Darwin’s oldest military history museum and be captivated by the audio-visual journey that is the Defence of Darwin Experience.

The interactive display will immerse you in the drama of the Japanese bombing of Darwin as it unfolded, and changed the face of the city forever.

Hear first-hand accounts from the men and women who survived the horror of that morning of 19th February, 1942.

Sit back in the air conditioned theatre and watch the fascinating short film that uses actual footage from the attack to depict the bombing as it happened over 75 years ago.

Download the app to immerse yourself fully in the Defence of Darwin Experience.

DID YOU KNOW?The Northern Territory was bombed over 70 times between February 1942 and November 1943.

DID YOU KNOW?188 aircraft were deployed to attack Darwin dropping 681bombs on the city.

Australia at War

Discover artefacts that chronicle Australia’s involvement in international conflicts from the Boer War to the present day.

Explore our vast collection of uniforms, weaponry, photographs, interviews, and propaganda pieces that tell the stories of our service men and women deployed overseas.

Museum and Facilities

Take a walk through our lush gardens and find our stunning range of military vehicles and larger artillery pieces. Climb to the top of the gun emplacement and check out the 9.2” gun that it houses. Venture beneath the gun deck and explore our vast collection of Vietnam War artefacts, weaponry and photographs.

During your visit, take time to relax in our fully air conditioned cafe, or make a purchase from the gift shop.